Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant to drive safe, sustainable construction across high-profile projects. The role, based in the Midlands, involves compliance leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across various sectors. Ideal candidates will possess significant health and safety experience, including NEBOSH certifications.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in construction health and safety, ideally in consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.
• Membership with IOSH or APS (GradIOSH/IMaPS).

Responsibilities

• Lead CDM 2015 compliance and Principal Designer duties.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Mentor junior consultants and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Proactive mindset

Education

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

NEBOSH/NCRQ Diploma or NVQ Level 5

Job description

Job Description

Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant

East Midlands or West Midlands (Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham, Derby)

Permanent

£50,000 to £60,000 per annum + package

Lead with impact in a consultancy that’s shaping the future of safe, sustainable construction. We’re working with a nationally respected multidisciplinary consultancy with over 150 years of heritage, known for delivering exceptional places and spaces across the built environment. As part of their continued growth, they’re seeking a Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant to join their Midlands team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of high-profile projects, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, all within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You’ll work across sectors including commercial, education, and defence, with the flexibility to manage your own diary and working arrangements.

The Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant will be responsible for:

- Leading CDM 2015 compliance and Principal Designer duties across diverse projects.

- Attending and contributing to design, client, and site meetings.

- Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.

- Preparing detailed reports and advising clients on best practices.

- Mentoring junior consultants and supporting continuous improvement.

The Senior Construction Health and Safety Consultant will have:

- Significant experience in construction health and safety, ideally in consultancy.

- Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and related regulations.

- NEBOSH Construction Certificate and membership with IOSH or APS (GradIOSH/IMaPS).

- Progress toward or completion of NEBOSH/NCRQ Diploma, NVQ Level 5, or relevant degree.

- A proactive, commercially aware mindset with excellent communication skills.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028381

Vacancy Owner: Ethan Baddeley | [e-mail] | ([phone]